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  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
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    3516 Coronado Dr, Sarasota, FL 34231
    1 BED $1,690+
    2 BEDS $2,002+
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  • the living room has large windows and couches
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    7350 Honore Ave., Sarasota, FL 34238
    1 BED $1,985
    2 BEDS $2,450+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    2260 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34237
    STUDIO $1,843+
    1 BED $2,012+
    2 BEDS $2,614+
  • a one month lease on an apartment building with a swimming pool
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    3850 Deer Drive, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
    1 BED $1,946+
    2 BEDS $2,550+
    3 BEDS $3,250+
  • a living room with a couch and a television
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    4449 Mcintosh Park Dr, Sarasota, FL 34232
    1 BED $1,531+
    2 BEDS $1,627+
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  • a living room with a gray couch and a large window
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    710 N. Lemon Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236
    STUDIO $1,860+
    1 BED $2,385+
    2 BEDS $3,225+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a black refrigerator
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    3211 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota, FL 34239
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    2 BEDS $1,400+
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  • a living room with white furniture and a rug
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    5350 Desoto Road, Sarasota, FL 34235
    1 BED $1,794+
    2 BEDS $2,005+
    3 BEDS $2,695+
  • a large pool with chairs and palm trees in front of a hotel
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    1200 Signal Pointe Circle, Sarasota, FL 34237
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,500
  • a living room with couches and a coffee table
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    4110 Winners Circle, Sarasota, FL 34238
    1 BED $1,785+
    2 BEDS $2,000+
    3 BEDS $3,010+
  • an open kitchen and living room with a large island and stainless steel appliances
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    320 Central Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236
    STUDIO $2,266+
    1 BED $2,674+
    2 BEDS $3,348+
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  • a living room with a ceiling fan and a couch
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    3201 Huntington Place Drive, Sarasota, FL 34237
    1 BED $1,625+
    2 BEDS $1,888+
  • a living room with a couch and a bar and a kitchen
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    201 South Palm Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236
    1 BED $2,999+
    2 BEDS $3,740+
    3 BEDS $7,959+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    1450 Pine Warbler Pl, Sarasota, FL 34240
    1 BED $1,692+
    2 BEDS $2,123+
    3 BEDS $2,589+
  • the living room and kitchen of an apartment with a large tv
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    4837 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34232
    STUDIO $1,580+
    1 BED $1,920+
    2 BEDS $2,133+
  • a living room with a couch and a table and chairs
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    419 North Briggs Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34237
    1 BED $1,663+
    2 BEDS $1,903+
  • the front of a house with palm trees and a sidewalk
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    2562 10Th Street, Sarasota, FL 34237
    1 BED $1,613+
    2 BEDS $1,848+
    3 BEDS $2,073+
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  • a living room with carpet and a door to a bedroom
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    175 Heron Run Dr, Sarasota, FL 34232
    1 BED $1,579+
    2 BEDS $1,695+
  • a kitchen with wood cabinets and a stove and a refrigerator
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    3211 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota, FL 34239
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  • a living room with a couch and a television
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    2401 Lakewood Ranch Blvd N, Sarasota, FL 34240
    1 BED $1,658+
    2 BEDS $1,987+
    3 BEDS $2,411+
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    Stickney Point Partners, LLC, Sarasota, FL 34231
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  • a city street with cars parked in front of a building
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    1540-1544 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236
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  • a building with palm trees and a road in front of it
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    5638-5660 Jason Lee Place, Sarasota, FL 34233
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  • a kitchen with a large granite counter top and stainless steel appliances
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    4036 Waikiki Dr, Sarasota, FL 34241
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  • the living room of an apartment with carpet and white walls
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    4546 BARTON DR, SARASOTA, FL 34232
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Sarasota, FL rent trends

Check out the average rent prices in Sarasota by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,741, the average rent in Sarasota, FL is $1,996.

Average rent in Sarasota, FL

$1,996/mo Sarasota, FL average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Sarasota, FL is $1,996.

What's the typical rent budget in Sarasota, FL?

About 49% of apartment rents in Sarasota, FL range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 23% of apartments. Around 11% of Sarasota’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 1% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000. A share of 12% of apartment rentals in Sarasota are in the $2,501-$3,000 range. There are 4% of apartment rentals in Sarasota in the > $3,000 range.

The largest share of rentals in Sarasota, FL (49%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Sarasota, FL last updated?

Prices and availability in Sarasota, FL were last updated on 19 Feb 2026.

What are the best apartments in Sarasota, FL?

The best apartments in Sarasota, FL are: L'Estancia, Mira at Palmer Ranch, Lyra, Olana Waterside and ARIUM Citrus Run.

What is the average rent in Sarasota, FL?

The average rent in Sarasota, FL is $2,113.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Sarasota, FL?

The price range for a studio apartment in Sarasota, FL is between $1,580 and $3,618.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Sarasota, FL?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Sarasota, FL is between $1,400 and $3,975.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Sarasota, FL?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Sarasota, FL is between $1,400 and $5,660.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Sarasota, FL?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Sarasota, FL is between $1,400 and $9,106.

What type of rental buildings are in Sarasota, FL?

In Sarasota, 44% of the residents are renting compared to 56% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 23% of Sarasota's rentals, 52% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 23% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Sarasota, FL?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city. In this case, the apartment buildings in Sarasota are about 21 years old, on average. Of these, 58% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 3 stories. About 91% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 7% are mid-rises, and 5% are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Sarasota, FL?

Studio apartments in Sarasota are around 3% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 42% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 45% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

Living in Sarasota, FL

Sarasota is a beautiful Florida city with a popular downtown area that attracts renters and visitors alike. This small city is located directly south of Tampa and St. Petersburg and north of Fort Meyers. It contains several keys located right on the coastline of the Gulf of Mexico with many beachfront parks to enjoy. Siesta Key is probably the most well-known one, along with Otter Key, Lido Key and Longboat Key. Sarasota’s city limits are around 70 miles, with waterfront properties being the most desired parts of the community. Sarasota is one of the best places to live in the entire state of Florida, with lots of amazing restaurants, fun tiki bars and coffee shops to enjoy for both renters and tourists.

Renting in Sarasota, FL

Most people living in Sarasota own their own homes, but renters have access to a variety of apartment communities with top-notch amenities like pools, fitness centers and tennis courts. Meanwhile, condos located in the downtown area mostly attract “snowbirds” from the north each winter season. Many of the homes and apartment buildings in Sarasota tend to lean towards an Italian style of architecture, which makes for a very attractive-looking city. Sarasota’s downtown area is very walkable: renters enjoy a gorgeous marina and it’s easy to walk to the local grocery store, shops and restaurants each day. Each of Sarasota’s neighborhoods has its distinctive charm, but the most popular after downtown are Laurel Park, Fruitville and Longboat Key.

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Shopping in Sarasota, FL

Sarasota’s biggest mall is University Towne Center, a large indoor and open-air shopping plaza that features many established brands such as Saks Fifth Avenue, Apple, and Guitar Center, as well as a variety of restaurants. For waterfront shopping, St. Armands Circle is a fun venue right on Madison Drive featuring boutiques, restaurants and a gorgeous Italian-themed statue right in the middle. Tourists tend to flock to the Crossings at Siesta Key with local beach-themed merchandise and ice cream shops. For grocery shopping, there are three different centrally located Publix grocery stores in Sarasota — one at the Broadway Promenade, one on Bay Street and another at the Shops on Siesta Row.

Transportation in Sarasota, FL

Sarasota is served by the Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT) bus service that runs throughout the city on many different routes, especially going into downtown. This bus service also offers some connections to the city of Bradenton to the north of Sarasota, in Manatee County. For renters living along the beach, the Siesta Key Breeze Trolley Service runs from Siesta Village up along the length of the beach from 8 AM to 10 PM, 7 days a week. The closest airport to Sarasota is the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, conveniently located 5 miles north of the city. Only a little over an hour away to the north is the Tampa International Airport, which is larger and offers more routes all over the globe. Airport shuttles, rental car services and ridesharing services such as Uber and Lyft are also available in Sarasota for renters who prefer a more convenient method of transportation.

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